Celebrities have been waltzing down the red carpet with stunning, bright coloured heels that truly make them get all the attention. The glamorous   Beyonce Knowles has been seen in YSL's cage boot.

So, ditch the emphasis on anything else: statement shoes are the hottest accessory and every fashionable wardrobe must contain these showstoppers.

We have Louis Vuitton, Givenchy and Prada to thank for breathing life into this new trend. Many are following in their steps, from top-end designers like Emilio Pucci, to high street stores such as New Look. 

Tom Hanks, in Forest Gump, said: "You could tell an awful lot about a person by the kind of shoe they wear." For this very reason, women are extremely particular about what they walk in. Statement shoes reflect power, glamour and style.

Whether you are bronzing on a beach in Spain, shopping in Paris, or partying in Chelsea, leave a lasting imprint, make a statement and go grab this summer's hottest heels!

Beads, straps, metallic or bling, take your pick and you will surely fall in love with this trend.

We know how challenging it is to be money and fashion conscious; fashion is a demanding lifestyle! Don't despair! You don't have to break the bank if you can't buy the new YSL's or Jimmy Choo's. High street stores have got creativity oozing out of their summer collections.

Statement shoes are amazing, because they can transform any ordinary outfit into an electrifying ensemble with the click of a heel.  Go as wild as you want and be daring with your choice. There are no limits! Remember, the key is to be unique and show stopping!

By Maria Hayat